Spending time in the warm humid air of the glass domed conservatory at Olbrich Gardens does wonders during a spell of frigid winter weather.
Best music I heard in 2009
There are those that claim music made today isn’t as good as music made years ago. Reflecting on the past few years, I’ve collected quite a bit of evidence to the contrary. There is a lot of good music being made out there, you just have to know where to look. Here are my faves from 2009.
Phoenix – Wolfgang Amadeus Phoenix
This was my favorite release of the year. With their guitar/synthesizer sound, Phoenix’s music definitely has its roots in the 1980s (which is probably why I like it so). At the same time, it has a very fresh and modern sound.
The wonder of trains
I went to Olbrich Botanical Gardens to check out their annual Holiday Express display. I found the look of wonder on most of the children’s faces the best thing about the exhibit.
Christmastime is here
One of my favorite Christmas songs. I love the melancholy mood of it. Merry Christmas everyone!
Christmas time is here.
Happiness and cheer.
Fun for all that children call,
Their favorite time of the year.Snowflakes in the air.
Carols everywhere.
Olden times and ancient rhymes,
Of love and dreams to share.Sleigh bells in the air.
Beauty everywhere.
Yuletide by the fireside,
And joyful memories there.Christmas time is here.
We’ll be drawing near.
Oh, that we could always see,
Such spirit through the year…
Your table is ready
Roof rake? Check.
Yesterday I had another new home owner’s experience. I bought a roof rake and cleared the snow from the bottom portion of my roof.
Blizzard aftermath
Bridge over still water
Taken at Olbrich Gardens in Madison.
Rust on the rails
Along the boardwalk
Last Sunday I went for a hike at Cherokee Marsh. When I got to the section of trail that has a boardwalk, I couldn’t help but focus on the old, weathered boards.
